Profile: The Rangers lack a clear left fielder entering 2015, and that makes Jake Smolinski an interesting sleeper in deep formats. Smolinski was exceptional in his rookie 2014 season, hitting .349/.391/.512 in 92 plate appearances. Those numbers were carried by his unsustainable .458 batting average on balls in play, and his minor league numbers suggest his power potential is limited. Still, he stole a few bases, walked frequently, and rarely struck out in the minors. Smolinski was not considered to be much of a prospect, and he could face competition for playing time from Michael Choice, Ryan Rua, and even Mitch Moreland in left field. However, unless the team signs someone else, Smolinski should get a real shot in 2015. His best-case scenario is likely .260 with 15 home runs and seven steals, but that makes him draftable in deep formats. (Scott Spratt)

The Quick Opinion: Smolinski’s red-hot 92 plate appearances as a rookie in 2014 could earn him a shot at the left field job for the Rangers this season. His moderate power, speed, and walk rate make him a viable sleeper in deep formats.

Profile: Aside from two brief major-league stints in 2014, Smolinski spent more than eight years toiling in the minor leagues in the Washington, Miami, and Texas systems. He finally earned an extended look in the majors last year, playing 76 games between the Rangers and Athletics. The 27-year-old outfielder doesn't have the range to play in center, or the arm for right. Not many teams are going to clear a spot in left field for a platoon guy who contributes a .193/.281/.367 slash. (Scott Strandberg)